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Installing Deck Stringers
A secure connection at top and a solid base to land on is key for a sturdy deck stair.
Laying Out and Cutting the Stringers
Calculate the rise and run, mark the stair notches, and then cut with a circular saw.
Building Stairs for a Radiused Deck
On this curved deck staircase, the stringers flare outward and treads and risers are gently bent.
Framing the Stairs for an Elevated Deck
Pro deck builder Bobby Parks builds stairs from the top down on this second-story deck.
Building and Installing a Site-Built Balustrade: Cutting the Posts and Rails
Follow along with deck builder Scott Grice as he lays out and cuts the frame for a cedar railing.
Building and Installing a Site-Built Balustrade: Assembling the Balustrade
Use off-the-shelf hardwood balusters to complete the railing.
Adding LED Lights to Deck Stair Risers
Install low-voltage stair lights for safety and style.
Installing Low-Voltage LED Lighting
LED post lights are simple to wire and connect.
Installing a Cable-Rail System
Cables and intermediate aluminum pickets create a taut, clean-looking railing.
Laying Out Deck Stair Railings
Establish measurements and reference lines from the bottom up to accurately determine the heights, lengths, and angles of the necessary railing parts.

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